Solar Power Profile - Yelarbon, QLD 4388
More than 84 homes in postcode 4388 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Yelarbon and Kurumbul.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 425 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 1,984 kWh per day, or 724 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,533 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $126,728 per year.
Yelarbon and 4388 are also doing their bit for the planet too because this amount of solar power has reduced the yearly carbon footprint for the area by 528.52 tonnes. To put this into perspective, that's the equivalent amount of yearly carbon dioxide captured and sequestered by 324,114 trees, or it's equivalent to 4,404,333 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 4388
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Solar Power in Yelarbon
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Yelarbon: Yelarbon - approx. 1.2 km
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Yelarbon Demographics
Yelarbon and the postcode of 4388 has a total population of 316 people, with a median age of 46 years. There are 151 households in Yelarbon, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1050 per week per household.
About 58% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Yelarbon is $650/month. By installing solar power in Yelarbon, the average household could save 19.65% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $168895 saving over the lifetime of their loan, assuming they put the electricity savings toward their home loan, a $500,000 loan, with a 4% interest rate over 30 years. Electricy cost savings from an average solar system is approximately 2.81% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Yelarbon is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Yelarbon
Kurumbul is a small town located in the Western Downs region of Queensland, Australia. It is situated approximately 300 kilometres west of Brisbane and has a population of around 200 people. The town is known for its beautiful natural scenery, including the nearby mountain ranges of the Great Dividing Range and the Bunya Mountains.
With its sunny climate and high levels of solar radiation, Kurumbul is an ideal location for producing solar power. Solar installers in the area can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximise solar yields. While potential shading issues may need to be taken into account, the benefits of installing solar energy in Kurumbul are significant, including reduced energy costs and a lower carbon footprint.
Visitors to Kurumbul can enjoy a range of local attractions, including the Bunya Mountains National Park, which is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. Other popular activities in the area include hiking, birdwatching, and camping. With its stunning natural beauty and abundant sunshine, Kurumbul is a great destination for anyone interested in exploring the great outdoors.